The Arches Lunch Takeaway
Sidmouth
Middle of the road
The breakdown
Last inspected on 11 June 2026 by East Devon.
Rating over time
We have recorded 3 Food Standards Agency inspections for The Arches Lunch Takeaway, from August 2021 to June 2026. Its hygiene rating has gone down, from 5 in 2021 to 3 in 2026.
| Inspection date | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 5 / 5 | Very good | |
| 5 / 5 | Very good | |
| 3 / 5 | Generally satisfactory |
What does this rating mean?
The Arches Lunch Takeaway in Sidmouth has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5 (generally satisfactory). On the Food Standards Agency scale, 5 is the best and 0 is the worst. A 3 out of 5 is generally satisfactory. Standards were acceptable, but the inspector noted some room for improvement.
The rating reflects standards found at the last inspection. It is not a verdict on how the food tastes - it scores how well the business manages food safety. How often a place is inspected depends on its risk: lower-rated and higher-risk businesses are revisited more often than spotless ones.
Where is it?
The Arches Youth Cafe,The Esplanade,
Sidmouth,
EX10 8NS
This is the official Food Standards Agency hygiene badge for The Arches Lunch Takeaway. The data is published by the FSA under the Open Government Licence.
Who inspects The Arches Lunch Takeaway?
Food hygiene at The Arches Lunch Takeaway is inspected by East Devon, the local authority responsible for this area. You can reach them at http://www.eastdevon.gov.uk or [email protected].
Questions about The Arches Lunch Takeaway
What is The Arches Lunch Takeaway’s food hygiene rating?
When was The Arches Lunch Takeaway last inspected?
Is a 3 out of 5 hygiene rating good?
What do the food hygiene scores mean?
More places near The Arches Lunch Takeaway
Fort Cafe
Belmont Hotel
Victoria Hotel
Waves Beach Kiosk.
Bedford Hotel
Clock Tower Cafe
Browse every rated place in East Devon.